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Short Day Out - 140th Anniversary Foundation Day
Date/Time: Thursday, 6 November 2014, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Location: Goodman Lawns
Cost: Free
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On 4 November 1874, the legislation to establish the University of Adelaide received royal assent, and the founders' dream of an open, accessible, enlightened University became a reality. The University owes its existence to the vision of the early colonists, especially the 1st Vice-Chancellor, Augustus Short.
He foresaw a great University, free from any test of religious affiliation, with an internationally-focussed staff, a diverse, enlightened student mix, and open to every capable person, regardless of wealth.
Short's vision continues to inspire us today.
Join us on Foundation Day, 6 November, for our own mini-festival, the Short Day Out. Grab some lunch, or bring a picnic, and enjoy the atmosphere and an eclectic mix of music, historical displays, photo opportunities, and even a few words from the 20th Vice-Chancellor, 140 years on.
Contact: Mr Peter Burdon, Email: peter.burdon@adelaide.edu.au, Website: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/anniversary/, Manager, 140th Anniversary, Business: 08 8313 4002, Mobile: 0414 471 894
